Survey or Engineering Rotational Aspire
American Bureau of Shipping
Survey or Engineering Rotational Aspire
American Bureau of Shipping
Maritime classification, certification, and advisory services
The Rotational Engineer is an entry-level position designed for students graduating in December 2026 or May 2027. Through structured rotations across Engineering, Survey, and Technology, Rotational Engineers will spend four months in each area, gaining broad exposure to ABS operations while building a strong technical and business foundation. Through increasingly challenging assignments and hands-on project work, participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of ABS policies, processes, and operations.
Upon successful completion of the rotational program, participants will be placed in a permanent role as either Engineer I or Surveyor I.
What You Will Do
This program provides the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across three core areas of ABS:
Cross-functional assignments and action-learning projects are designed to accelerate technical development, broaden business acumen, and build the skills needed for future leadership opportunities.
Participants will receive ongoing coaching and performance feedback throughout the program, including formal evaluations at the midpoint and conclusion of each rotation. All rotations will take place within the United States.
Program Benefits
What You Will Need
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Reporting Relationships:
The incumbent (Aspire) will report to a senior-level engineer or technical manager. This position has no direct reports.
Notice:
This role has been posted for an anticipated hiring need expected within three months of the original posting date. Candidates may not receive communication regarding their application until the position has been approved and the headcount is confirmed.
Maritime classification, certification, and advisory services
ABS is a maritime classification society that provides classification, certification, and technical advisory services for ships and offshore energy assets. It sets safety and environmental standards, conducts surveys, and issues approvals and certificates to ensure compliance across the asset lifecycle. A global team of surveyors, engineers, and regulatory specialists works from 200+ offices in 70 countries to assess asset performance and support decarbonization and digital solutions. Its goal is to help shipowners, builders, offshore operators, governments, and equipment makers operate safely, efficiently, and with lower emissions throughout the lifecycle, while contributing to industry standards through IACS and collaborations.
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